Employment Ads in Passenger Transport
For July 28, 2008
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- Deputy Director
- General Operations Manager
- Senior Radio Engineer
- Senior Transportation Analyst
- Senior Systems Engineer
- Assistant General Manager- Rail Operations
- Fleet Maintenance Manager
- Safety Manager
- Senior Administrative Analyst Transit Grants
- Senior Financial Systems Analyst
- Policy/Financial Analyst
- Director of Operations
- Director of Recruitment
- Assistant Director of Transit
- Transit Marketing and Advocacy Manager
- Manager, Environmental Planning
BROWARD COUNTY TRANSPORTATION
DEPUTY DIRECTOR
Annual Salary Range $95,560 to $158,362
The Broward County Department of Transportation located in Pompano Beach, FL., twelve miles from downtown Ft. Lauderdale is seeking to fill a new position of Deputy Director that will assist the Director in planning, prioritizing, and managing the operations of Broward County Transit serving 1.8 million residents and visitors in this second most populous County in Florida. The Transportation system includes public transit services, equipment maintenance and countywide fleet maintenance. This position assists in insuring delivery of high quality transit services, monitors expenditures for compliance with budgets, program and grant objectives, makes budget modification recommendations, facilitates communications, cooperation, and collaboration with State, Federal, and various communities within and outside our service area as will as with County Administration and the Board of County Commissioners.
Requirements for this position include a Bachelor's degree in Transportation, Business, or other field (Masters preferred) and eight (8) years of high level transportation management experience.
Additional experience will be considered in lieu of additional education requirements. Experience with rail starts will be considered a plus. Must pass background/criminal investigation and pre-employment physical with drug screening.
Resumes and other information submitted in response to this advertisement are public records pursuant to Chapter 119 Florida Statutes. Resumes should reflect years of experience in positions held and the size of staff and budgets managed. Your resume should indicate both years and months of employment with dates for positions held. All materials must be received by 5 p.m. August 15, 2008. A cover letter, resume, current salary and three work related references will be required and should be submitted by email to alittle@broward.org or mail to:
Alex Little, HRO
Broward County Transit
3201 W. Copans
Pompano Beach, FL 33069
Broward County is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at all levels of the workforce.
Valley Transit District
General Operations Manager
FT - Permanent
Full time General Operations Manager responsible for day-to-day ops.
small public transit company in Derby, CT. Reports to Exec. Director.
Position requires the ability to collect, analyze, and report operations and financial information in sophisticated formats, supervise dispatchers, bus operators, and mechanics. VTD has a fleet of 15 small buses and a staff of 22 employees. Minimum 2 yrs experience in transit operations, 5 yrs sr mgmnt experience, and 10 yr minimum mgmnt level experience. Candidates must be computer literate; MS Office/Outlook software skills; Excellent written and verbal skills needed. $55-65K Salary range plus benefits.
Send resumes to: Executive Director, VTD 41 Main Street, Derby, CT 06418
EMAIL: pbrandt@valleytransit.org No phone calls please.
Senior Radio Engineer
Come join one of the fastest growing global professional engineering firms! Stantec, an ENR Top 100 Global Design Firm, provides professional design and consulting services in civil, water, wastewater, planning, engineering, transportation, surveying, and project management.
We have an opening for a Senior Radio Engineer. This position allows for excellent opportunities for advancement within Stantec.
Position will report to our San Francisco, CA office, however, the actual work location is open to any of the following locations:
Seattle
Portland
San Francisco
Sacramento
or Los Angeles.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's in Engineering or Computer Science or equivalent
7+ years of experience designing and implementing Private Mobile Radio, Cellular Telephone, and/or WiMax systems
5+ years supervisory experience
Experience working in Public Safety or Government clients
Proficiency with business software (Excel, Word, Outlook etc.)
Strong written and verbal skills
Ability to present technical plans or speak on technical topics to large groups
Ability to work on problems of diverse scope
Ability to work independently or with cross functional teams as required
Detail oriented
Registered Professional Engineer (plus but not required) Desire experience implementing various other electronic systems
including:
Structured Cabling (BICSI)
Local and Wide Area Networks
SCADA or Telemetry Systems
CCTV and Access Control Systems
Tunnel Radio and/or In-building Radio Systems Assignments to include:
Development of project specifications and drawings
Submittal / shop drawing review
Construction management
Proposal Development and Cost estimating
Programming and higher level implementation
Field testing and troubleshooting
And other duties as required
Qualified candidates, please online at: www.stantec.com/careers Stantec is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to Affirmative Action and Workforce Diversity.
Senior Transportation Analyst
The City of Glendale, AZ is accepting applications to fill the position of Senior Transportation Analyst. Under the direction of the Transportation Planning Manager, the incumbent performs advanced level professional financial analysis, administration, and transportation planning duties relating to the city's roadway, transit, airport, bicycle and pedestrian transportation networks.
Duties include:
performing advanced complex financial analysis and financial administration work involving economic models, bonding, sales tax projections, grant funding, and trend analysis
creating comprehensive financial reports related to Transportation project funds
operating and maintenance costs, federal and regional grants, and annual and 25 year sales tax program
facilitating the implementation of plans including development of design concepts, formation of financial plans, and preparation of budgets
capital programs and schedules
developing transportation plans including multimodal plans and plans for individual modes of transportation including bicycles, pedestrian, transit and streets
and working with public and neighborhood groups to obtain input to plans and address transportation issues.
The ideal candidate will have a Master's Degree in Urban or Transportation Planning and three years experience in transportation planning. Some experience in public sector budgeting and finance preferred.
Salary Range: $52,590 - $84,144 DOQ.
This position closes on Friday, August 8, 2008.
For more information and a job application go to http://www.glendaleaz.com/jobs or call 623-930-2270.
Senior Systems Engineer
Come join one of the fastest growing global professional engineering firms! Stantec, an ENR Top 100 Global Design Firm, provides professional design and consulting services in civil, water, wastewater, planning, engineering, transportation, surveying, and project management.
We have an opening for a Senior Systems Engineer. This position allows for excellent opportunities for advancement within Stantec.
Position will report to our San Francisco, CA office, however, the actual work location is open to any of the following locations:
Seattle
Portland
San Francisco
Sacramento
or Los Angeles.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's in Engineering or Computer Science or equivalent
5+ years of experience designing and implementing industrial control systems for water/waste water; factory automation; and/or SCADA
3+ years supervisory experience
2+ years transit/transportation experience
Proficiency with business software (Excel, Word, Outlook etc.)
Strong written and verbal skills
Ability to present technical plans or speak on technical topics to large groups
Ability to work on problems of diverse scope
Ability to work independently or with cross functional teams as required
Detail oriented
Desire experience implementing various other electronic systems
including:
Structured Cabling (BICSI)
Local and Wide Area Networks
Radio Systems including WiFi & WiMax
Access Control Systems
CCTV Systems
Fire Detection Systems
Assignments to include:
Development of project specifications and drawings
Submittal / shop drawing review
Construction management
Proposal Development and Cost estimating
Programming and higher level implementation
Field testing and troubleshooting
And other duties as required
Qualified candidates, please online at: www.stantec.com/careers Stantec is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to Affirmative Action and Workforce Diversity.
ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER - RAIL OPERATIONS
The Regional Transportation District of Denver, Colorado is seeking an individual with energy and vision to lead the RTD in operating a dynamic rail system of Light Rail and Commuter Rail. RTD is currently four years into a twelve year comprehensive FasTracks plan to add 122 additional miles of high speed rail lines to the existing 32 mile system. This position will be deeply involved in the integration of the new rail lines and facilities as well as operation of existing Light Rail. RTD is seeking a strong communicator with solid education and executive level experience in management, with direct fiscal responsibility for large scale transit operations and experience with Light Rail and Commuter Rail, to take over the reigns of the Rail Operations Department.
Position will remain open until filled. For a copy of the job description and RTD application form, please visit our website at www.rtd-denver.com. Please refer to Job # IRC 1063 and include salary history and/or requirements. EEO/AA/Drug & Alcohol Free Workplace Resumes and applications may be submitted directly to:
Regional Transportation District
Attn: Human Resources
1600 Blake Street
Denver, CO 80202
Fleet Maintenance Manager
MV Transportation is the fastest growing and most dynamic transportation management firm in the nation. Under the continuous ownership of the original founders, Feysan and Alex Lodde, MV is now the largest woman and minority owned passenger transportation management firm in the United States. Are you looking for one of the best career choices available? MV should be on the top of your list.
Our company is a leader in the industry and a great place to work.
Our success is attributed to our employees and our exceptional management team. We welcome your interest in our firm as we continue to build our reputation as a desirable employer.
MV Transportation is currently seeking a quality person to join our staff in Santa Clarita, CA Fleet Maintenance Manager Santa Clarita, CA Job Description:
The Maintenance Manager manages all day-to-day maintenance aspects of the operation including maintenance and utility staff (99 vehicles).
The manager will insure that all contractual requirements are achieved. Duties included will consist of daily, weekly, monthly and annual reports. Must be able to properly manage a budget for maintenance program.
Requirements:
Must be able to properly prioritize, implement and manage work schedules, projects and assignments.
Must have the ability to track and control parts inventories, vendors and suppliers.
Must be able to manage the financial / accounting aspects of a fleet maintenance operation.
Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of staff in written and oral formats.
Must have computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets and Microsoft outlook.
Must have technical competence with light / medium duty vehicle repair and preventive maintenance.
Must display initiative, professionalism, candor and tact at all times.
Must have a minimum of 5 years fleet / vehicle maintenance management experience.
ASE or manufacture’s certifications a plus.
Experience with CNG fleets.
Experience with electronic fareboxes.
Pre-employment drug screening and background check is required.
MV Transportation is an equal opportunity employer.
Please email your cover letter, resume and salary requirements to kpouncey@mvtransit.com or careers@mvtransit.com .
You may also apply on our website: www.mvtransit.com/careers .
For more information: 1-877-LUV-R-BUS
MV Transportation is seeking a
Safety Manager
Santa Clarita, CA
MV Transportation is the fastest growing and most dynamic transportation management firm in the nation. Under the continuous ownership of the original founders, Feysan and Alex Lodde, MV is now the largest woman and minority owned passenger transportation management firm in the United States. Our success is attributed to our employees and our exceptional management team. We welcome your interest in our firm as we continue to build our reputation as a desirable employer.
Job Description:
The Safety Manager reports to the General Manager and their primary responsibility is to promote a safe, reliable and efficient operating environment.
Other Responsibilities Include:
The Safety Manager is responsible for all classroom driver training and ensures that all drivers have met and remain current in all required areas as outlined in company policy and State/Federal law.
Documents all training and determines when a driver has successfully met all requirements.
Ensures that all drivers remain current in all licensing requirements.
Responsible for the recruitment and pre-employment of new drivers.
Processes all new-hire paperwork to include scheduling physicals, drug screens, criminal record checks and MVR review.
They assist in administering the drug & alcohol program to include pre-employment screening, random testing, and testing for cause.
Maintains an accurate testing log and Drug & Alcohol testing files.
Conducts accident and industrial injury investigation as required.
Completes accident and/or injury reports when required.
Conducts all post-accident retraining and documentation.
In addition, they complete all retraining in a timely fashion following an accident or unfavorable Road Observation/Check Ride.
Conduct Road Observations and Check Rides, ensuring that all drivers receive them per company policy.
Records them in the training file and a separate file for Road Observations and Check Rides.
Assists in preparing and conducting the monthly safety meetings and accurately records all in-service training.
Maintains all training records in an “Inspection Ready” status at all times. Ensures the confidentiality of all records.
They ensure that all drivers maintain the required safety equipment aboard their vehicles through training and random inspections.
Will maintain the highest standards of excellence in appearance and attitude.
Serve as a professional role model for BTW trainers and drivers.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
One-year accident/injury free driving experience.
Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Possess excellent communication and decision-making skills.
Possess leadership abilities.
Excellent attendance record.
Extended transportation experience.
Experience teaching/instructing or public speaking experience.
Computer experience.
Pre-employment drug screening and background check is required. MV Transportation is an equal opportunity employer Please email your cover letter, resume and salary requirements to Michael.greving@mvtransit.com or careers@mvtransit.com . You may also apply on our website: www.mvtransit.com/careers .
For more information: 1-877-LUV-R-BUS
SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST
TRANSIT GRANTS
City of Santa Monica, CA.
Salary:
Up to $94,583 which indicates a base salary of $90,744/yr + incentive/cashable leave pay. Excellent benefits. The position is eligible for an annual performance bonus (up to 10% of base salary).
Job Summary:
Monitors, researches, analyzes & identifies grant funding sources for the Big Blue Bus.
Completes applications for grant funding and ensures compliance & proper management of grant funds in order to maximize financial resources.
Requires:
BA/BS in Public or Business Admin, Economics, Transportation Planning or a closely related field. Three (3) yrs recent, paid administrative work experience which has included researching, applying for and managing grant funds, preferably in a transit agency.
How to apply:
go to www.smgov.net/hr or call (310) 458-8697.
Apply by: 5:30 p.m., Thursday, 8/14/08.
Senior Financial Systems Analyst
Ref. Number 080569
The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) is currently seeking candidates for the position of Senior Financial Systems Analyst in Washington D.C. This is a highly technical, professional application software and hardware work in support of the Office of Accounting's (ACCT) financial information and client/server computer environments. This work involves the extensive use of
PeopleSoft Financial System
PeopleSoft Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) System
PeopleSoft Payroll System
Cognos Business Intelligence (BI)
HTML
Coldfusion
SQL Server
Ascential
WebWorks
PS Query
Nvision Reports
Crystal Reports and Windows (NT) server administration
as well as interfaces from Maximo
and various legacy in-house developed or modified systems.
Minimum Qualification:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Science or a related field with some technical writing, programming and computer science, information system/technology work and a minimum of six (6) years experience.
Considerable progressively responsible experience in the government or commercial accounting arenas, with the analysis and development of manual and automated financial systems.
Must have proven proficiency and experience with PeoplesSoft Financial System 8.8 or higher, PeopleSoft Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) System 9.0 or higher, PeopleSoft Payroll System 8.8 or higher, Cognos BI 8.3 or higher.
WMATA offers competitive compensation and exceptional benefits packages.
For more details and to apply online, please visit www.metroopensdoors.com
EOE/M/F/V/D
Policy/Financial Analyst
Salary up to $100,791/Yr. incl. excellent benefits.
Person will be responsible for generating financial analysis products including fund estimates, financial forecasts, and in-depth revenue and expenditure analyses, which may be used to make recommendations related to policy issues; completing analysis for legislative advocacy purposes; and making presentations. The Policy and Financial Analyst will also be responsible for providing transit capital and operating budget/planning assistance to Bay Area transit operators and performing transit funding and performance analyses.
MQ's incl bachelor's degree in public policy, business, economics, or transportation studies. Min of one yr of experience in: policy analysis, economics, budgeting, city planning, or a field related to the position. Experience with transportation finance and interaction with government agencies is a plus. Additional professional work experience is preferred.
Go to http://www.mtc.ca.gov/jobs/ for detailed job description and application, or call MTC's job hotline at (510) 817-5818.
Faxed or emailed applications NOT accepted.
Apply by 5 PM Thur, July 31st .
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
SunLine Transit Agency, leader in providing public transit using environmentally friendly alternative-fueled vehicles, is accepting applications for the position of Director of Operations. SunLine serves the Coachella Valley, one of the fastest growing regions in California. In meeting the transit demands of the Valley's growth, SunLine has replaced and is expanding its fleet with new technologically advanced alternative fueled vehicles. By December of this year, the fleet will have expanded from 48 to 66 vehicles, anticipating bus route expansion.
The position requires either ten years of experience in directing transit operation services of a small to mid-size department, or a BA/BS Degree in Public Administration, or related field, with 5 years experience.
For details and an application, please visit our website: www.Sunline.org
SunLine Transit Agency,
32-505 Harry Oliver Trail,
Thousand Palms, CA 92276
760-343-3456 ext.127.
Director of Recruitment
630-382-1127
Put yourself on the road to a great career!
Veolia Transportation, International Leader in Public Transportation Services is seeking top transit professionals for current and future
openings:
Assistant Director of Maintenance – Las Vegas, NV
Training Manager - Las Vegas, NV
Maintenance Manager-Raleigh, NC
Operations Manager- Woodland, CA
General Manager- Nationwide
Operations Manager- Nationwide
Maintenance Managers- Nationwide
Safety and Training Manager- Nationwide
To view all current Veolia Transportation openings, please go to www.veoliatransportation.com.
To apply, please email a current resume to pat.gerace@VeoliaTransportation.com.
EOE
www.veoliatransportation.com
Assistant Director of Transit Support Services
The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS), the largest transit system in the state of North Carolina, has a new and challenging opportunity for a highly motivated, versatile professional to lead and direct activities of the Transit Support Division which includes Human Resources, Information Technology, Safety and Security, Disadvantaged Business Enterprise/Civil Rights Programs, Quality Assurance, and Facilities and Amenities. Reporting to the Transit CEO, and serving on the Leadership Team, the idea candidate must be able to represent the CEO in meetings with the community, City and CATS staff, elected officials, and other transit stakeholders.
To apply and for more information, visit: www.charmeck.org. Click on City of Charlotte/Jobs.
Transit Marketing and Advocacy Manager
The Iowa DOT Office of Public Transit has a full-time position open for a transit professional. As the marketing and advocacy manager, this position will focus on creating messages that educate the general public and positively promote transit as a viable, effective and “green” transportation alternative. This person will be responsible for developing and coordinating a statewide public transit campaign, including developing press releases, brochures, web pages, and other promotional materials. Other duties include monitoring and tracking transit related regulation and legislation on the state and federal level.
Qualified candidates must have demonstrated marketing and promotion experience and possess strong written, verbal communication, and presentation skills. Candidates must have the ability to develop and foster teamwork and motivate groups outside the organization.
Preferred candidates will have experience in the research aspect of marketing and promotion. Previous transit experience a plus. Must be able to travel throughout the state as needed.
For more information, and to apply, please visit the Iowa Department of Administrative Services website at http://www.das.hre.iowa.gov/iowa.jobs.html, click on Search Openings, and enter 4798BR for the keyword.
Manager, Environmental Planning
Salary Commensurate with Experience
The San Mateo County Transit District serves nearly 100,000 customers each weekday on its SamTrans buses, Redi-Wheel paratransit vehicles, Caltrain commuter rail cars and shuttles, as well as a robust capital program. The Transit District, which is in the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area, also is the managing agency for the San Mateo County Transportation Authority. Staff enjoys a dynamic organization that fosters personal development and professional advancement of its staff. The Transit District’s core values include integrity, customer focus, respect, quality, teamwork, leadership and accountability. Excellent benefits are provided. The agency is currently seeking a Manager, Environmental Planning to add to its valued team.
The Manager, Environmental Planning plays a critical role in advancing capital projects for the Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board, San Mateo Transportation Authority, and SamTrans, with costs ranging from less than a million to over several hundreds of millions of dollars. These projects range from bike and pedestrian improvements to highway and local road improvements to major rail enhancements (such as the Caltrain Electrification Project).
Key responsibilities will include managing environmental planning projects and coordinating with project managers to clear capital projects from an environmental standpoint; managing effective working relationships with key environmental clearance and permitting offices; managing public outreach efforts and making presentations related to environmental planning; and advising senior management on environmental planning matters. The Manager, Environmental Planning will also supervise an environmental planning staff, and perform additional duties as assigned.
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